Accessories

MTB accessories are removable components designed to be assembled on a mountain bike to improve its functionality and comfort of use.

Types of mountain bike accessories:

MTB accessories for comfort and protection:

Comfort mountain bike accessories are designed to improve the use of mountain biking. For example, the saddle cover is a removable item on an existing mountain bike saddle to improve its comfort. Bar ends are extensions that attach to each end of the MTB handlebars, they are intended to improve the grip of the MTB handlebar by the cyclist and to allow him a more raised, more comfortable position.

Protective mountain bike accessories can be used to protect the cyclist from his environment, such as mudguards used to contain splashing water and mud. This type of MTB accessories can also be intended for the protection of the mountain bike, it is the function of the pads and bands to be glued on the frame of the MTB to protect its bases against chain jumps and the steering tube against friction with the sheaths.

MTB Safety Accessories:

MTB safety accessories are intended to protect the cyclist from his environment, in fact, horns, bells or mountain bike lights are used to inform other users of the presence of the cyclist. The performance of this type of MTB accessories is a key point in the choice of this type of component because it must be sufficiently adapted to the environmental constraints and the level of practice of the cyclist.

MTB accessories allowing new functions:

Some mountain bike accessories are intended to add new functionality to the mountain bike they are assembled on. This is the case of a mountain bike computer which is used for measuring distance, speed, average, .... A support or a crutch will allow the mountain bike to be held in a given position for its storage or maintenance. A bike lock can be also usefull.

Compatibility and assembly of MTB accessories:

The mountain bike accessories offered on the market are designed to fit on as many mountain bikes as possible, in fact bottle cages, meters, pumps, saddlebags, etc. using bindings compatible with any type of MTB frame and MTB saddle because the manufacturers have designed these components so that their assembly is quick and easy.

The assembly of the majority of MTB accessories does not require tools, this is the case of MTB saddle covers, MTB computers, shock absorber guards or MTB forks which are adjustable. For the bottle cage or mudguards, they are generally fitted with a set of standard allen keys which can also be used in a repair kit.

MTB accessories brands:

Many brands of MTB accessories are available on the market, some are generalists such as Zefal which offers cycling bottles, MTB mudguards, ... or Lezyne which offers MTB pumps and MTB lights ... others are specialized for types of components, this is the case of Sigma Sport which offers electronic mountain bike accessories such as computers or heart rate monitors, ...

Checking used MTB accessories:

All the parts, accessories and components that we offer in our shop are cleaned and checked before they are put on sale. Here are the criteria for testing MTB accessories:

• visual inspection to check the condition of the fasteners and the general state of wear
• for the screwed elements, a check of the threads and tapping is carried out

These observations allow us to estimate the level of wear of second-hand MTB accessories on a rating scale from 0 (poor condition for parts) to 10 (new in its packaging).

Our range of mountain bike accessories:

We offer many mountain bike accessories from more than 350 brands available in stock, at the best price, in used condition and new from clearance, they are intended for all types and all levels of practice such as cross country, freeride , enduro or downhill. Certain mountain bike accessories may have been designed and manufactured for a specific use, in which case we specify this in the product sheet.

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